1 hour ago Akwa Ibom: Police arrest 54 suspects, recover 50 arms in six weeks

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Police arrest 54 suspects, recover 50 arms in six weeks ...it arrested one Alexander Ben Peter, who allegedly murdering own 71-year-old mother, Mrs Atiny Ben Peter, with a machete. Akwa Ibom: Police arrest 54 suspects, recover 50 arms in six weeks Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Police nab 54 suspects, repel sea piracy attack in Akwa Ibom waterways

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has reported the arrest of 54 suspects and the repulsion of a sea piracy attack along the state’s waterways in separate operations conducted between May and June 2025. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, disclosed this while briefing the media on major […] The post Police nab 54 suspects, repel sea piracy attack in Akwa Ibom waterways appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Senator Natasha’s Family Home Attacked Again, One Suspect Caught

A fresh security scare hit the family residence of suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as armed men invaded her home in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, on Wednesday. The Kogi State Police Command confirmed the arrest of a suspect identified as Jose Suberu at the scene of the attack. Police spokesperson, SP William Aya, […] The post Senator Natasha’s Family Home Attacked Again, One Suspect Caught appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Benue killings: Speaker Abbas backs Tinubu’s call for arrest of suspects

Tribune Online Benue killings: Speaker Abbas backs Tinubu’s call for arrest of suspects The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Wednesday condemned in totality the mass killings in Benue State, describing the act as barbaric and unacceptable. Benue killings: Speaker Abbas backs Tinubu’s call for arrest of suspects Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnap Suspects After Receiving Ransom

Operatives of Edo State Police Command have arrested three kidnapping suspects, who had collected millions of naira as ransom from 11 victims between January and April 2025. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Moses Yamu on Wednesday, disclosed that the kidnapping syndicate had been terrorizing Benin City and its environs. Moses also identified the […] The post Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnap Suspects After Receiving Ransom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago 2025 UTME: 11 CBT Centers Risk Blacklisting For Fingerprint Malpractice

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has recommended tough penalties for 11 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres and their registrants involved in fingerprint irregularities during registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB registrar/chief executive Prof. Ishaq Oloyede stated this after a brainstorming session with some critical stakeholders following a meeting with the […]

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52 h. ago 2025 UTME: JAMB vows to sanction 11 CBT centres over alleged irregularities

Tribune Online 2025 UTME: JAMB vows to sanction 11 CBT centres over alleged irregularities The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has vowed to impose severe sanctions on 11 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres and their... 2025 UTME: JAMB vows to sanction 11 CBT centres over alleged irregularities Tribune Online

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53 h. ago 2025 UTME: 11 CBT Centre Risk Blacklisting Over Fingerprint Malpractice

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has recommended tough penalties for 11 Computer‑Based Test (CBT) centres and their registrants involved in fingerprint irregularities during registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Registrar/Chief Executive of JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, stated this after a brainstorming session with some critical stakeholders following a meeting with […]

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54 h. ago Police Arrest 2 Suspected Cultists Linked To Murder Of DPO In Rivers

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have arrested two suspected cultists linked to the murder of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in-charge of Ahoada Police Division, late Bako Angbashim, in 2023. Angbashim, a Superintendent of Police, was gruesome murdered on September 8, 2023 by a cult group, led by one Gift Okpara, popularly known […]

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4 d. ago Police Arrest Suspected Dealer Over Vandalised Power Equipment In Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, Mr. Maduka, for allegedly dealing in vandalised electric equipment. Maduka, according to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, was arrested at Fegge area of Onitsha over the weekend following a tip off.   SP Ikenga said bags of vandalised […]

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5 d. ago Troops Arrest Chinese Citizen Allegedly Linked To Terror Activities In Borno

The Defence Headquarters has detained a Chinese national over suspected links to terrorism. The arrest took place in Borno State during a counter-terrorism mission led by Nigerian troops. Although the suspect’s name has not been released, military officials said he claimed to be a miner and is currently being interrogated. This comes days after the […] The post Troops Arrest Chinese Citizen Allegedly Linked To Terror Activities In Borno appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago PICTORIAL: Police Arrest 183 Suspects, Recover Vehicle, Firearm, Hard Drugs In Kaduna

The Kaduna State Police Command said it launched an aggressive clampdown on criminal hideouts and black spots across the state, resulting in the arrest of 183 suspected criminal elements. Police said the raids were in tandem with the renewed and continuous effort to rid the state of criminal elements and safeguard lives and properties. Police […]

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5 d. ago Troops arrest Chinese national, five others in Borno over terrorism links — DHQ

Tribune Online Troops arrest Chinese national, five others in Borno over terrorism links — DHQ The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday confirmed the arrest of a Chinese national and five others in Borno State over suspected involvement in terrorism-related activities. The arrest, which occurred during ongoing counterterrorism operations in the North-East, was made by troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces operating in Kukawa and Ngala local government areas of Borno […] Troops arrest Chinese national, five others in Borno over terrorism links — DHQ Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Anambra Police Arrest Vigilante Officers For Allegedly Killing Teenager

Anambra State Police Command has arrested two security operatives for accidentally killing a 17 years old boy in Onitsha Main Market while trying to arrest a suspected criminal. In a statements on Friday by Spokesman for the State’s Police Command Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed that a 19 years old boy who is suspected to be a […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Vigilante Officers For Allegedly Killing Teenager appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Police Arrest Notorious Suspect For Online Fraud, Identity Theft In Bauchi

In a significant breakthrough against cybercrime, the Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended one Umar Yau a.k.a. Snake, who is reportedly notorious for online fraud and identity thief. Yau, a 25-year-old resident of the Yelwan Makaranta area of Bauchi of Bauchi metropolis was arrested following a meticulous, technology-driven investigation initiated in response to a petition […]

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7 d. ago Sokoto Police Arrest Woman Over Alleged Assault On Domestic Worker

The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested one Fauziya Rabo over an alleged physical assault on her domestic assistant, Bashariyya Usman. DSP Ahmad Rufai, the spokesperson for the Sokoto State Police Command, disclosed in a statement on Wednesday that an official petition prompted swift action, leading to the arrest of the suspect, who is now […] The post Sokoto Police Arrest Woman Over Alleged Assault On Domestic Worker appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Niger Police Arrest Six Suspected Thugs, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested six suspects for thuggery, disturbance of public peace and possession of dangerous weapons in Minna area of the state. In a statement by Spokesman of the state’s police command, Wasiu Abiodun on Wednesday, identified the arrested individuals as Rabiru Bello, Adamu Nasiru, Aliyu Murtala, Abdullahi Abubakar and […] The post Niger Police Arrest Six Suspected Thugs, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago NSCDC arrests 12 suspected vandals in FCT during Sallah holiday

Tribune Online NSCDC arrests 12 suspected vandals in FCT during Sallah holiday Commenting on the arrest, the FCT Commandant, Dr Olusola Odumosu, PhD, said the command was determined to put an end to the rascality of vandals in the FCT. NSCDC arrests 12 suspected vandals in FCT during Sallah holiday Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Weapons, Hard Drugs Recovered As Police Arrest 27 Criminal Suspects In Kaduna

The Kaduna Police Command has arrested 27 suspected criminals following a raid on hideouts in the Kawo region of the state. Reports indicate that the operation led to the recovery of dangerous weapons such as knives, axes, cutlasses, as well as hard drugs. Mansir Hassan, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed the arrests in a statement made […] The post Weapons, Hard Drugs Recovered As Police Arrest 27 Criminal Suspects In Kaduna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police arrest 27 suspects over naval officer’s murder in Kaduna

Tribune Online Police arrest 27 suspects over naval officer’s murder in Kaduna "Exhibits recovered during the operation include: knives, axes, cutlasses and a large quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp and other hard drugs Police arrest 27 suspects over naval officer’s murder in Kaduna Tribune Online

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